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Kick Back in a Hotel 15 Minutes from Lake Winnebago

From the year-round holiday spirit of Kristmas Kringle to the fun-filled days of the annual fair, Fond du Lac is full of exciting things to do. At the Country Inn & Suites, we put you near outdoor activities like boating on Lake Winnebago, golfing at Rolling Meadows or hiking at Kettle Moraine State Forest. You also stay an easy drive from shopping options at Forest Mall and fascinating historical tours at Galloway House & Village. In town to tour a university campus? We are located just a few miles from four area institutions of higher education.

Fond du Lac’s fun attractions include these sites:

EAA Museum and AirVenture (19.5 miles)Visit one of the world’s largest aviation attractions, featuring more than 200 historic planes.Phone: +1 (920) 426-4800

Fond du Lac Fairgrounds (2.8 miles)Animal shows, agriculture exhibits, family entertainment and a carnival are just a few of the things to do at this outstanding annual event.Phone: +1 (920) 929-3168

Forest Mall (3 miles)Plan an afternoon of shopping at stores like cj banks and Kohl’s, eating at restaurants like Panera or Applebee’s, or catching a flick at the on-site cinema.Phone: +1 (920) 922-5863

Galloway House & Village (2 miles)Explore yesteryear at this century-old Victorian village and 30-room mansion. You can visit a schoolhouse, a print shop and a train depot on the grounds.Phone: +1 (920) 920-1166

Horicon National Wildlife Refuge (17.4 miles)For a peaceful stroll through natural landscapes replete with beautiful birds, visit Horicon, which includes more than 22,000 acres of marshland. Phone: +1 (920) 387-2658

Kettle Moraine State Forest (20.7 miles)Head outdoors and explore nature on more than 30,000 acres of trails, lakes and forests. Don’t miss the museum while you are there.Phone: +1 (262) 594-6200

Kristmas Kringle Shoppe (2 miles)It can feel like Christmas all year around when you wander through 10,000-plus square feet of ornaments, lights and other décor. Phone: +1 (920) 922-3900

Directions to the hotel:From Hwy 41 take the exit for Hickory Street, and go south on Hickory. Turn left on Rolling Meadows. Turn right on Merwin Way. The Country Inn & Suites, Fond du Lac is located behind the Marathon gas station.